fiber

Also known as fibre, fibers, fibres

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Natural fibers
Artificial fibers<span class="anchor" id="Chemical"></span>
Semi-synthetic fibers
Cellulose regenerated fibers<span class="anchor" id="Regenerated"></span>
Synthetic fibers
Metallic fibers
Carbon fiber
Silicon carbide fiber
Fiberglass
Mineral fibers
Polymer fibers
Microfibers
Typical properties of selected fibers
See also
References

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Fiber (spelled fibre in British English; from ) is a natural or artificial substance that is significantly longer than it is wide. Fibers are often used in the manufacture of other materials. The strongest engineering materials often incorporate fibers, for example carbon fiber and ultra-high-molecular-weight polyethylene.

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